CDL Schools in California

California CDL Schools

Explore California CDL training schools with program options like CDL-A tractor trailer or CDL-B truck or bus driver. Learn about CDL endorsements training too like school bus, tanker truck, and HAZMAT.

Use the application to connect with a CDL school and start training for your California truck driving job.

Search a California City for CDL Training

• Anaheim
• Arcadia
• Bakersfield
• Bellflower
• Chico
• Dixon
• Fontana
• Fresno
• Glendale
• Hayward
• Long Beach
• Los Angeles
• Merced
• Modesto
• Montebello
• Oakland
• Oakley
• Ontario
• Pasadena
• Penn Valley
• Pomona
• Rancho Cucamonga
• Redding
• Rialto
• Riverside
• Sacramento
• San Bernardino
• San Diego
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• Santa Ana
• Santa Clara
• South El Monte
• Stockton
• Sun Valley
• Upland
• Vallejo
• West Sacramento
• Visalia
• Yuba City

CDL Training Schools in California

• Source Trucking Academy
  • Location: 137 N Joy St, Corona, CA 92879
  • Description: Provides in-person instruction with hands-on and visual learning aids, simulated driving scenarios, and supervised practice on real equipment to train students as safe and competent professionals in the trucking industry.
• Roadmaster Drivers School
  • Location: 10251 Calabash Ave, Fontana, CA 92335
  • Description: Offers comprehensive CDL training programs with experienced instructors and modern equipment, focusing on safety and Department of Transportation compliance.
• 160 Driving Academy
  • Location: Multiple locations across California
  • Description: Offers a four-week CDL training program that combines classroom instruction with behind-the-wheel experience, aiming to equip students with the necessary skills to obtain a commercial driver’s license.
• United Truck Driving School
  • Location: 1737 Atlanta Ave, Riverside, CA 92507
  • Description: Provides Class A and Class B CDL training programs with a focus on practical driving skills and job placement assistance for graduates.
• A-1 Truck Driving School
  • Location: 2977 Baumberg Ave, Hayward, CA 94545
  • Description: Offers personalized CDL training programs tailored to meet individual needs, emphasizing safety and professionalism in commercial driving.
• Advanced Career Institute
  • Location: 1728 N. Kelsey St, Visalia, CA 93291
  • Description: Provides comprehensive CDL training with experienced instructors, focusing on hands-on learning and industry-standard practices.
• Western Pacific Truck School
  • Location: 2119 W March Ln Ste A, Stockton, CA 95207
  • Description: Offers a variety of CDL training programs designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the trucking industry, emphasizing safety and regulatory compliance.
• Truck Nation School
  • Location: 17601 Valley Blvd, Bloomington, CA 92316
  • Description: Provides CDL training with a focus on practical driving experience and comprehensive instruction, aiming to equip students with the skills necessary for a successful trucking career.
• Center for Employment Training
  • Location: 701 Vine St, San Jose, CA 95110
  • Description: Offers CDL training programs that combine classroom instruction with hands-on driving practice, preparing students for the CDL exam and a career in commercial driving.

Get info from California CDL training schools with job placement services and financial aid assistance for students who qualify. There are no all-online CDL courses currently available but some schools have part-online programs or night and weekend classes.

California CDL Training FAQs

How Long Does California Truck Driver Training Take?

Truck driver training in California typically takes 3 to 6 weeks to complete, depending on the program and the type of commercial driver’s license (CDL) you are pursuing. Some programs may take longer, especially if they include additional endorsements or part-time study options. If you take night and weekend classes it may take a little longer to finish school.

How Much is CDL Training in California?

The cost of CDL training in California can range from $3,000 to $7,000. The price varies depending on the school, the type of license (Class A, B, or C), and any additional endorsements you may need (like HazMat, Tanker, or Double/Triple Trailers). Financial aid or payment plans may be available through some schools. Read about financial aid for truck driving school.

How Much Does it Cost to Get a California CDL License?

The cost to obtain a CDL in California includes several components:

• Application fee: $41 (includes a knowledge test)
• Road skills test: $30 per attempt
• Endorsement fees: $5 per endorsement

Additional costs may include fees for medical exams, background checks (especially for HazMat endorsements), and any retesting if necessary.

What are the Requirements for Getting Your CDL in California?

To obtain a CDL in California, you must:

1. Be at least 18 years old (21 years old for interstate driving or to transport hazardous materials).
2. Hold a valid California driver’s license.
3. Provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency.
4. Submit a medical examination report from a certified medical examiner.
5. Pass the CDL knowledge tests relevant to the license class and endorsements you seek.
6. Complete a skills (road) test in the type of vehicle you plan to drive.
7. Self-certify the type of driving you intend to do (interstate or intrastate).

For more detailed information, you can refer to the California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) CDL page.

Find a California Trucking Job After School!

Search CDL jobs in California for positions like local delivery, regional, and OTR long haul truck driver.

Skilled Trade Training Options in California

You can search for trade school programs like diesel mechanic, aircraft mechanic, and HVAC technician. These and other programs are available at some California schools.

Go to: California Trade Schools